Best New Albums

Happy Tuesday!

On the forefront today is Gary Clark Jr. (See my rave reviews of his live set at Lollapalooza this past summer) but the previously inaccessible album Blak and Blu is finally here due to high demand and his extensive touring schedule.. including this fantastic set visiting Jimmy Fallon..
http://www.somekindofawesome.com/journal/2012/10/26/watch-gary-clark-jr-numb-x-aint-messin-around-live-fallon.html

(the only constructive criticism that's more of a personal preference really-- is when he switches from R&B crooner to blues, it's just strange without any transition or connective tissue. I understand he's trying to show his range and duality as an artist but I feel like the guitar playing blues comes naturally and is more authentic

Check out Glitter Aint Gold, and Numb


Gary Clark Jr. – Blak And Blu 2



The past few weeks I've had Ellie Goulding's Halcyon on repeat specifically ''Only You'' the backbeat is infectious, perfect getting ready to go out song
Ellie Goulding – Halcyon

She eventually gained some momentum off the 2010 hit ''Lights'' and this new album is more developed, and I'd venture to guess influenced by her romantic relationship with Skrillex, but that's a good thing. It has a more complex sound, but what's somewhat disappointing is that she doesn't have some of the best collaborations on her new album

http://earplugsnotincluded.com/ellie-goulding-stay-awake-prod-by-madeon/


I recently had the opportunity to see UK trio Daughter at Schubas Tavern, (Sold Out show) where my new friend and I were discussing who to compare the vocal style with. He said Feist. I disagreed. Elena has the range of Florence and the Machine but it's less theatrical and more pure sounding. Nothing is better than a small room acoustically perfect and the crowd is silent it's almost deafening.. That's how you know you have real talent.


''Run'' is a great song but check out their newest single Smother
http://earplugsnotincluded.com/daughter-smother/